[Hiring] Patent Agent or Attorney – Chemistry @Vanguard-IP

Role Description

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and preferably also an advanced degree in chemistry or related field.
• Experience with small molecules.
• Prior experience practicing patent law.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others on complex matters.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and judgement are essential.
• Proven ability to independently manage a case and move it forward.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to prioritize workload.
• Display good judgment and work well under pressure.
• Attorneys must be admitted to the Bar in the jurisdiction where the candidate is applying and must be in good standing.
• Must be registered and in good standing to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and preferably also an advanced degree in chemistry or related field, as well as experience with small molecules.
• Prior experience practicing patent law and proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others on complex matters.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and judgement are essential.
• Proven ability to independently manage a case and move it forward, but also to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Must be a self-starter, have the ability to prioritize workload; display good judgment and work well under pressure.
• Attorneys must be admitted to the Bar in the jurisdiction where the candidate is applying and must be in good standing.
• Must be registered and in good standing to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Benefits

• Confidentiality: At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us.
• Expressed authorization will always be obtained before submitting your resume to any of our clients.
• Opportunities in various locations: Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets.